Positively Board Gaming

Board games to play next, from Sushi Go Party to Gloomhaven Second Edition. Mitchell and Jamey swap “can’t-wait-to-play” picks, plus a smart take on game gifting and love languages. 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 39 01:12 – Live show timing talk 03:14 – Treat of the day, recovery, comfort food 13:44 – Mitchell’s “games I’m excited to play” list begins 15:10 – Sushi Go, Sushi Go Party, Sushi Roll 16:04 – Star Wars deck-building, Mandalorian add-on 16:25 – Invincible: The Card Game and Astro Knights system 17:13 – Mistwind and the flying whales hook 19:36 – Malia: Lands of Legends and time-of-day choices 22:21 – Trading in Gloomhaven for Second Edition 22:42 – Rove 23:57 – Jamie’s picks: Holiday Hills and Emberleaf 25:04 – Board game gift giving and love languages 40:01 – Wrap and goodbye Positively Board Gaming, board games to play, games to get to the table, Sushi Go Party, Sushi Go, Sushi Roll, Star Wars deckbuilding game, Mandalorian deckbuilding, Invincible card game, Astro Knights, Mistwind, flying whales board game, Malia Lands of Legends, Gloomhaven second edition, Rove board game, Holiday Hills board game, Emberleaf board game, board game gift ideas, board game love languages , board game podcast, board game reviews, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell and Jamey talk about Pax Unplugged, and things to be grateful for in 2025. Is there something or someone you're grateful for in the board gaming world? Were you able to attend Pax Unplugged this year? Let us know with a comment!! board games, board game reviews, board game podcast, pax unplugged, Stonemaier games, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell and Jamey talk about "new to them" games that they've played in the past week, and Jamey tells Mitchell what bird he is (once you listen, it will make sense!). Enjoying the podcast? Make sure you subscribe and leave us a comment! board game convention, PAX Unplugged review, playing games with kids, Sushi Roll game, Patchwork board game, That’s Not a Hat, Bonanza card game, family board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game recommendations, teaching board games to kids, tabletop gaming conversation, board game podcast, board games, board game reviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode breaks down the joy of board game conventions, why playing with designers changes everything, and how to choose games that work for kids. Mitchell and Jamey compare road trips, share new Trader Joe’s finds, and talk through the magic of discovering games that are new to you, even if they have been out for years. Chapters 00:00 – Banter and opening 00:56 – Why Jamey drove instead of flying 01:48 – Deer on highways and rural driving risks 03:56 – Tension and fatigue from long drives 05:09 – Family visit and birthday celebration 06:01 – Gelati Salt and Trader Joe’s stop 06:16 – PB&C crispy sticks 07:19 – Peanut butter crispy rice bites 07:35 – Pumpkin sandwich cookies 08:40 – How Trader Joe’s trains staff 11:02 – Dragon Dice and dice bag envy 12:58 – Why PAX Unplugged matters 13:40 – Joy of board game conventions 16:26 – Jamey’s three convention tiers 17:29 – Instant validation from strangers at conventions 17:57 – Discovering older games for the first time 19:44 – Playing with designers 22:54 – Jamey’s favorite part of Geekway 24:30 – Hotel stories 25:09 – Patchwork with Jamie’s nephew 27:09 – How That’s Not a Hat works 28:50 – Bonanza for large groups 29:09 – Sushi Roll as a hit for mixed ages 30:03 – What works for kids 31:23 – Things in Rings as an option 33:55 – Peanut butter M&M reward 35:29 – Listener questions and sign-off board game convention, PAX Unplugged review, playing games with kids, Sushi Roll game, Patchwork board game, That’s Not a Hat, Bonanza card game, family board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game recommendations, teaching board games to kids, tabletop gaming conversation, board game podcast, board games, board game reviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this relaxed “Stuff We Love” episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell Whitfield and Jamey Stegmaier share current favorite board games, an epic disc golf disaster, quick-hit video games you can play in short bursts, snack obsessions, and the TV shows that are eating their free time. Chapters 0:00 – Stuff We Love intro, puppy brain, and hearing loss with humor 04:41 – Jamey's comically bad disc golf round and managing expectations 12:07 – Pococo overview and why this trick-taking twist works 14:34 – Origin Story, The Gang, Spots, and the Farkle to Dragon Farkle plan 18:01 – Skull King expansion, new cards, and a softer way to add content 20:19 – Ten, Fire Tower, and heading to PAX Unplugged 22:29 – Dredge, the eerie fishing game with “one more day” loops 24:53 – Fast-session games: Diablo, Clash Royale, and mobile-friendly play 25:54 – Brookside dark chocolate berries and snack talk begins 27:35 – Trader Joe’s treats, everything bagel crackers, and cheese picks 30:50 – More Trader Joe’s favorites and listener snack requests 30:50 – Yellowjackets, Lost-style storytelling, and creepy first scenes 35:02 – Supernatural obsession, long-running shows, and Grey’s Anatomy 38:34 – Listener prompts and how to share your own bad day and favorites board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming, Stonemaier Games, stuff we love episode, Pococo trick taking game, Skull King expansion, Dragon Farkle, Farkle dice game, family game night, Fire Tower board game, Ten board game, Origin Story game, Spots board game, disc golf story, Dredge video game, Clash Royale, Diablo game, Trader Joe’s snacks, dark chocolate treats, Brookside berries, unexpected cheddar, Yellowjackets show, Supernatural TV series, board games, board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey and Mitchell discuss positive player interactions and how they can make games more enjoyable; they also take some time to talk about what they look for in board game reviews and what's helpful to them. Enjoying the show? Make sure to subscribe and leave us a comment! board game reviews, Stonemaier Games, Essen Spiel, GenCon, Kickstarter board games, board game podcast, helpful board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, positive interactions, board games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Board game house rules, player experience, and positive community etiquette—Jamey and Mitchell share smart, real-table examples from Zombicide, Lords of Waterdeep, and Red Rising, plus listener interaction, Essen/Spiel shout-outs, and a joy-filled “treats of the day” segment. Chapters 00:00 – Cold open, numbering debate and welcome 01:31 – “Treat of the day” setup 01:38 – Mitchell: LEGO Nintendo Game Boy nostalgia and build with his son 04:37 – Jamey: The Cup (St. Louis) and a mission about meaningful moments 07:32 – Essen/Spiel shout-outs and behind-the-scenes setup videos 10:51 – What’s arriving: Tend (Ivy Studios), Dice Throne: Outcasts, Malia: Land of Legends 14:38 – How the show flows (treats, “before we start,” surprise topics) 17:22 – Defining house rules: fixes vs. preference tweaks 19:29 – Examples: Zombicide deck order; removing certain cards in group play 23:26 – Designer lens: “fun first,” rules have reasons, test before you tell 26:07 – Sharing tweaks kindly so people can actually hear you 31:18 – Call for listener house rules + ways to comment 32:11 – Wrap-up and sign-off board game house rules, Zombicide Abomination, Lords of Waterdeep mandatory quests, Red Rising hand size banish rule, Stonemaier Games, Essen Spiel, GenCon, Kickstarter board games, Tend Ivy Studios, Dice Throne Outcasts, Malia Land of Legends, LEGO Nintendo Game Boy, The Cup St. Louis, board games, board game podcast, board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Board games with unusual themes, Magic: The Gathering drafting, and why “positive” doesn’t mean sugar-coated reviews—this episode explores unique design hooks (Viticulture, Sagrada, The Bloody Inn, Root, Last Will, So You’ve Been Eaten), CCG temptations (including TMNT for MTG), and the joy of hobby rituals. Enjoy this one? Share your favorite unusually themed game or clever mechanic in the comments, and tell us how you keep CCGs fun without overspending. board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming, unique board game themes, Viticulture Stonemaier, Sagrada dice game, The Bloody Inn, Vast The Crystal Caverns, Root board game, Last Will CGE, So You’ve Been Eaten, Magic The Gathering draft, MTG TMNT set, collectible card games, Dragon Dice, Unmatched TMNT, fantasy football guillotine league, board game design, asymmetric games, stained glass dice game, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, board games, board game reviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stonemaier Games Design Day, playtesting insights, and why stepping outside your comfort zone can rekindle your love of tabletop games. Mitchell and Jamey swap stories about gaming tables, Space Base strategies, and the joy of trying new approaches. Like, comment, and subscribe to support thoughtful conversations about tabletop design and play. Tell us in the comments: when did you last try a totally different strategy or genre, and what did it teach you? Positively Board Gaming, Stonemaier Games Design Day, board game playtesting, Pieces Board Game Bar St. Louis, Space Base board game, Origin Story game, Vantage board game, Scythe board game inspiration, party game prototypes, gaming table setup, game toppers, trying new strategies, comfort zone in board gaming, Heaven and Ale, Quacks of Quedlinburg, LEGO builds and gaming, Lego. Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, board games, board game review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 30 celebrates joyful life updates, Stonemaier’s community-driven Design Day, and a rapid back-and-forth on “old vs. new” tabletop standouts—from hidden-role and drafting classics to fresh co-op poker and a superhero trick-taking design. Mitchell and Jamey kick off with personal milestones and why sharing “the good stuff” matters. They touch on weekly-release TV culture (Survivor, Tulsa King) before a practical audio tip: even in-studio, headphones help you hear what the audience hears—isolated, accurate monitoring that guides mic technique and levels. The show’s core is a playful volley between Jamey’s oldest modern games that still earn table time and Mitchell’s recent plays. Jamie spotlights Avalon (The Resistance)—a fast, social deduction staple for large groups—then Hanabi’s limited-communication puzzle where you can’t see your own hand, and the pocket-size, original Sushi Go for approachable drafting and set collection. Mitchell counters with three “new to him” hits: The Gang, an unexpectedly addictive cooperative poker experience where honest signaling and tempo replace bluffing; Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth, a smooth, two-player reimagining with multiple win paths and escalating engine building; and Origin Story, a small-box hero/villain trick-taking game with tableau powers and stamina tokens that make each round’s choice meaningful and replayable. Along the way, Jamey discusses culling shelves ahead of Stonemaier’s Design Day to keep the library fresh and community-ready, while Mitchell underscores why elegant rules that scale table talk—and create post-game stories—are what make games stick. Positively Board Gaming, episode 30, Stonemaier Games Design Day, Avalon The Resistance, hidden role games, Hanabi cooperative, Sushi Go drafting, The Gang cooperative poker, Lord of the Rings Duel for Middle-earth, Seven Wonders Duel two-player, trick-taking card games, Origin Story game, tabletop community, board game recommendations, headphone monitoring podcast, board games, board game podcast, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Board game reviews, Positively Board Gaming, Positively Board Gaming Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosting your first game night can be simple and fun. In this episode, we share practical tips for hosting your first game night, plus a lively chat about partnership games. hosting your first game night, board game night tips, how to host game night, partnership board games, Concordia Venus partnerships, Spades partnership, Bridge bidding tips, beginner game night advice, Allplay board games, board game table setup, neoprene game mat, snack ideas for game night, group dynamics board gaming, tabletop gaming beginners, board games, board game podcast, board game reviews, board game tips, board game tips for beginners, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell and Jamey talk about the latest Stonemaier Games release, Origin Story, and how to bring new gamers into the hobby by matching game themes to the things they already love. If you enjoyed this chat, like the video and drop a comment with the card or tableau games you use to hook new players; and don't forget to subscribe for more positive board-gaming conversations! New Stonemaier game, Origin Story board game, Stonemaier Games, Jamey Stegmaier, superhero board game, trick taking game, tableau building game, Automa solo mode, Clementine Campardot art, Hearts card game, Skull King, Sushi Go, Sushi Roll, New York Slice, Charcuterie board game, Trekking Through History, Tapestry, Parks board game, Set a Watch, Positively Board Gaming podcast, board games, party games, big group games, Mitchell Whitfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 27 of Positively Board Gaming dives into hobbies, sports, and what brings us joy outside of the board game hobby. Mitchell Whitfield and Jamey Stegmaier swap stories about retro gaming, RC crawlers, YouTube creators, and even sumo wrestling, before talking sports, fandom, and the excitement of hockey’s return. Enjoying the show? Subscribe to Positively Board Gaming on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform. Drop a comment with your favorite hobby or team—we’d love to hear from you! board games, party games, big group games, Codenames, Human Codenames, marble racing, Shifting Stones, Number Drop, QE, Fantasy Realms, One Deck Dungeon, family game night, tabletop, Stonemaier, Vantage, game collection culling, how to curate board games, positive game cull, Stonemaier Games updates, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, campaign games keep or sell, Tokaido Duo solo mode, Smitten 2, Worm Span Dragon Academy, Bamboo board game, Board Game Ramblings keeper cull, gifting and donating board games, nostalgia in board games, components and production values Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 34-person game retreat, a human-sized round of Codenames, and a marble “Kentucky Derby” set the stage for a conversation about games that surprise us—in the best ways. Jamey recaps three creative big-group “room party” games, while Mitchell shares five titles that defied expectations:Shifting Stones, Number Drop, QE, Fantasy Realms, and One Deck Dungeon. Plus: light banter, a concert detour, family game night picks, and a handy Just One table tip. 00:00 Cold open, smiles you can “hear” 00:xx Show format & quick banter (concert, high-school fame) 00:xx Family game night picks & Just One tip 00:xx Room-party #1: Stardew fishing → communal punch 00:xx Room-party #2: Human Codenames 00:xx Room-party #3: Marble “Derby” racing 00:xx Mitchell’s list: 5 games that surprised him 00:xx Design chat: why QE and Fantasy Realms feel “magical” 00:xx One Deck Dungeon → design inspiration 00:xx Listener questions & wrap board games, party games, big group games, Codenames, Human Codenames, marble racing, Shifting Stones, Number Drop, QE, Fantasy Realms, One Deck Dungeon, family game night, tabletop, Stonemaier, Vantage, game collection culling, how to curate board games, positive game cull, Stonemaier Games updates, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, campaign games keep or sell, Tokaido Duo solo mode, Smitten 2, Worm Span Dragon Academy, Bamboo board game, Board Game Ramblings keeper cull, gifting and donating board games, nostalgia in board games, components and production values, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you curate or cull a board game collection? Jamey Stegmaier and Mitchell Whitfield share positive, practical strategies for culling shelves, setting limits, and deciding what truly earns a place—plus thoughts on campaign games, “worlds on your shelf,” and Stonemaier reveals. Enjoyed this conversation? Subscribe, leave a rating, and tell us how you curate your collection. Which criteria matter most to you—and which titles are untouchable? Positively Board Gaming, Jamie Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Vantage board game, Star Wars Deckbuilding Game, analysis paralysis, gaming patience, virtual game night, summer board games, pets in Vantage, foil cards, tug of war game, Positively Board Gaming, Jamie Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Vantage board game, Saltfjord, Panda Spin, Zenith Board Game Arena, Lord of the Rings Duel for Middle-earth, On Tour board game, 20 Strong, Foundations of Rome miniatures, Rolling Realms dice, Star Wars Deckbuilding Game, analysis paralysis, gaming patience, virtual game night, summer board games, pets in Vantage, foil cards, tug of war game, board game collection culling, how to curate board games, positive game cull, Stonemaier Games updates, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, campaign games keep or sell, Tokaido Duo solo mode, Smitten 2, Worm Span Dragon Academy, Bamboo board game, Board Game Ramblings keeper cull, gifting and donating board games, nostalgia in board games, components and production values, worlds on your shelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Positively Board Gaming with Jamie Stegmaier and Mitchell Whitfield digs into summer standouts—Vantage, Saltfjord, Panda Spin, Zenith on Board Game Arena, and Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth—plus honest talk about analysis paralysis, table patience, and why sleep matters for gamers. Jamie’s “Games of Summer” list anchors favorite memories to specific plays: • Saltfjord tied to his Norwegian cruise—a perfect place-and-theme match. • Panda Spin as a surprise card-shedding gem with gorgeous foil flip sides that power up. • Zenith on Board Game Arena as a tug-of-war design that stuck with him after virtual game night. • Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth as a partner favorite that keeps delivering. • Vantage as the season’s highlight—rewarding across solo and group sessions, and newly enhanced with a playful “add your pets” template. Like, comment, and subscribe to support thoughtful, positive board-game conversations. Share your gaming “weakness,” the game that defined your summer, or your own Two Truths and a Lie. Positively Board Gaming, Jamie Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Vantage board game, Saltfjord, Panda Spin, Zenith Board Game Arena, Lord of the Rings Duel for Middle-earth, On Tour board game, 20 Strong, Foundations of Rome miniatures, Rolling Realms dice, Star Wars Deckbuilding Game, analysis paralysis, gaming patience, virtual game night, summer board games, pets in Vantage, foil cards, tug of war gamePositively Board Gaming, Jamie Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Vantage board game, Saltfjord, Panda Spin, Zenith Board Game Arena, Lord of the Rings Duel for Middle-earth, On Tour board game, 20 Strong, Foundations of Rome miniatures, Rolling Realms dice, Star Wars Deckbuilding Game, analysis paralysis, gaming patience, virtual game night, summer board games, pets in Vantage, foil cards, tug of war game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitchell Whitfield returns after a short break, and he and Jamey Stegmaier dive into friendship, laughter, and lessons learned through games. From relationship-ending Risk sessions to charades meltdowns, and from Dracula’s Curse to the challenges of designing within a game universe, this episode blends humor, honesty, and board-gaming insights. Enjoying the show? Subscribe to Positively Board Gaming on your favorite podcast app, and join us on the Stonemaier Games YouTube channel for the video version. Share your own “Two Truths and a Lie” in the comments—or tell us your favorite game series that lives in a shared universe. board games podcast, Positively Board Gaming, Jamey Stegmaier podcast, Mitchell Whitfield podcast, Stonemaier Games discussion, Expeditions vs Scythe, Pandemic board game spin offs, Azul series, Seven Wonders Duel, Dracula’s Curse board game, Fate of the Fellowship review, board game shared universe, tabletop gaming stories, board game design challenges, funny board game stories, Risk board game breakup, superhero board games, Marvel Dice Throne, Comic Hunters game, top RPG classes, favorite D&D classes, bard class, cleric healer story, dungeon crawl board games, superhero movies ranked, Black Panther movie, Fantastic Four 2025, live board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming Instagram, Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming live episode, Vantage board game review, immersive exploration board games, Stonemaier Games live show, quirky board game themes, board gaming community Q&A, Mitchell Whitfield interview, Jamey Stegmaier podcast, favorite TV shows for gamers, culling board game collections, board game treats, remote board game play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time, Positively Board Gaming goes live—complete with live comments, spontaneous audience questions, and the energy only a real-time conversation can bring. Jamey and Mitchell open with “treats of the day” (featuring Japanese Kit Kats and chocolate caramels) before taking rapid-fire questions from viewers. Topics range from the games that make them smile most to the weirdest themes they enjoy, favorite acting roles, and the influence of music at the game table. A major highlight is Mitchell’s glowing first play of Vantage, which he describes as unlike anything he’s played—combining the best elements of exploration video games and tabletop immersion. The duo also talk about live game night traditions, quirky board game food picks, the joy (and occasional regret) of culling games, and lesser-known TV shows they love. Packed with community shout-outs, behind-the-scenes stories, and lots of laughter, this episode captures why Positively Board Gaming is more than a podcast—it’s a shared experience. 00:00 – Episode 21 goes live 04:42 – Treats of the day 10:35 – Audience Q&A: games that make us smile 17:12 – Weirdest board game themes 20:58 – Favorite projects from each other’s careers 27:50 – Discovering Vantage 40:18 – Acting, voice work & industry friendships 49:30 – Scholarly board game picks 56:11 – Gaming food choices 01:03:05 – Lesser-known TV shows worth watching 01:10:20 – Culling games from your collection 01:18:42 – Closing thoughts & gratitude superhero board games, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Marvel Dice Throne, Comic Hunters game, Marvel Villainous, Marvel Remix, top RPG classes, favorite D&D classes, bard class, cleric healer story, dungeon crawl board games, superhero movies ranked, Black Panther movie, Captain America movie, Fantastic Four 2025, live board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming Instagram, Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming live episode, Vantage board game review, immersive exploration board games, Stonemaier Games live show, quirky board game themes, board gaming community Q&A, Mitchell Whitfield interview, Jamey Stegmaier podcast, favorite TV shows for gamers, culling board game collections, board game treats, remote board game play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From exploding corpses to comic book heroes, Mitchell and Jamey explore their favorite superhero games, RPG classes, and what happens when your party’s healer can’t stop picking fights. Episode 20 of Positively Board Gaming kicks off with celebration, banter, and a preview of the first-ever live recording for episode 21. Mitchell and Jamey share their excitement for engaging directly with fans during the live stream and reflect on how much the show has grown. Jamey starts the conversation by reviewing the new Fantastic Four movie—which he ranks in his top five superhero films of all time—and uses it as a jumping-off point to spotlight six of his favorite superhero-themed board games: Marvel Dice Throne, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Comic Hunters, Marvel Remix, Marvel Villainous, and The Reckoners. Mitchell dives into the mechanics and design of Sentinels, sharing his appreciation for how storytelling is integrated into card-based games. Then, Mitchell takes over with a deep dive into his five favorite RPG character classes: the Necromancer, Cleric/Paladin, Bard, Ranger, and Rogue. He recounts hilarious D&D stories—like the time their healer insisted on leading every charge—and explores why certain archetypes resonate across both tabletop and video games. 0:00 – Welcome to Episode 20 2:12 – Live recording announcement for Episode 21 6:40 – Treats of the Day (Italian mousse cake & Panera goodies) 12:52 – Game night recap: New York Slice, Point Salad, No Thanks 15:00 – Positively Board Gaming now on Instagram 20:45 – Superhero movies: Fantastic Four, Black Panther, Captain America 28:10 – Superhero board games: Top picks from Jamey 35:40 – Mitchell’s top RPG/dungeon crawl classes 1:06:00 – Charisma and negotiation in RPGs 1:13:00 – Final thoughts and invite to the live episode #BoardGames #TabletopRPG #SuperheroGames #RPGLife #PositivelyBoardGaming superhero board games, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Marvel Dice Throne, Comic Hunters game, Marvel Villainous, Marvel Remix, top RPG classes, favorite D&D classes, bard class, cleric healer story, dungeon crawl board games, superhero movies ranked, Black Panther movie, Captain America movie, Fantastic Four 2025, live board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming Instagram, Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful and entertaining episode, Jamey Stegmaier and Mitchell Whitfield explore the personal side of board gaming strategies. Whether it’s letting the game guide your decisions or sticking to a tried-and-true plan, the hosts examine how play styles often mirror who we are. 00:00 – Introductions and treat of the day 03:20 – Popcorn prep and movie night 07:45 – Miniatures upgrade for Horrified D&D 13:10 – Game-related shirts and personal fashion 15:45 – Do your strategies reflect your personality? 19:00 – Seven Wonders and predictable play styles 27:15 – Jamey’s income obsession in Tapestry and Hadara 33:00 – Quacks of Quedlinburg: busting vs balance 40:20 – Dice Throne characters and complexity levels 47:10 – Most-played games and deep dive ideas 54:00 – Wrapping up and what’s coming next #BoardGames #TabletopGaming #GameNight #QuacksOfQuedlinburg #DiceThrone #SevenWonders Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, cozy board game discussion, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, Fjord games, Linda’s Fudge Cake, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Daggerheart, nostalgic board games, Scotland Yard board game, Blarney board game, Magic The Gathering, board game memories, cooperative board games, RPGs vs board games, legacy games history, Dungeons and Dragons influence, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage, Stonemaier Games Vantage, board game launch experience, game design process, board game cruise, Saltfjord board game, Bomb Busters board game, Farshore Everdell sequel, Port Royal Dice Game, how to teach board games, alpha gaming tips, tactile learning in games, board game community, board game strategies, game play styles, Quacks of Quedlinburg, Seven Wonders strategy, Dice Throne characters, Tapestry board game, Star Wars deckbuilding game, Terra Mystica, best miniatures for board games, upgrading board games, board game personality types, tabletop gaming discussion, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices